SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title

Teaching Assistant – SEND Support in Oxfordshire

• Job Type: Temporary
• Location:
  
  Oxfordshire – South (Didcot), Oxfordshire – Central (Oxford), Oxfordshire – North (Banbury)
• Salary:
  Negotiable
• Start Date:
  
  Tue 26th May 2026
• Contact Name:
  Bella Worboys
• Contact Email:
• Contact Phone:

Five Education is seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a well‑resourced school in Oxfordshire. The role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.

Previous experience supporting young people with SEND, particularly Autism, and confidence in managing challenging behaviour are essential. The successful candidate will be resilient, empathetic, and committed to helping every student thrive academically and personally.

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small‑group support in line with individual learning needs and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning materials and classroom approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and developmental needs.
• Support students in developing communication skills, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENDCo to implement effective support strategies and encourage student progress.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment throughout the school day.
• Supervise students during break and lunch times, ensuring their wellbeing and inclusion.

• Experience working with young people with SEND, particularly Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.
• A calm, flexible, and nurturing approach to supporting students with complex and varied needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for inclusion and supporting positive outcomes for all learners.
• Resilience, patience, and a proactive attitude towards behaviour support and student wellbeing.

• Right to work in the UK – sponsorship or Skilled Worker visa not accepted.
• Two recent references from the last two years.
• Current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Willingness to cover processing cost of £62.70 if a Non‑Voluntary Enhanced DBS is required, to be refunded after 20 days of employment.

• Free specialised training in Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, etc.
• Free DBS (refunded after 20 days of work).
• Recommendation bonus scheme.
• Specialist support and mentoring while working.

Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; pay includes holiday pay. Please note the pay rate is for illustration only.

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will undergo reference checks, TRA checks, and require a DBS. An interview will also be held.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates who are currently under‑represented at this level.

Contact Bella Worboys on  or email